1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 545 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen Dyane | 1990 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Dyane | BX |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |